Emergency Exit Markings on Aircraft — CARs s.605
Canadian Aviation Regulations s.605.24 — Emergency Exits · Federal — Canada
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CARs s.605.24 + s.725.33 — Canadian Aviation Regulations s.605.24 — Emergency Exits
“Aircraft may need emergency exit markings that clearly identify all exits usable in an emergency. Markings should be visible in normal light and, for passenger aircraft, illuminated or self-luminescent.”
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Every door and hatch that can be used to escape in a crash should be marked "EMERGENCY EXIT" with operating instructions. On passenger aircraft, these markings should be readable in the dark (photoluminescent or illuminated strips).
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Specific Requirements
All emergency exits clearly marked
"EMERGENCY EXIT" label in English (bilingual in Quebec)
Opening instructions in text or diagram
Photoluminescent or illuminated markings for passenger aircraft
Markings must not be obscured by luggage or seats
Checked during annual airworthiness inspection
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Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) Part II
Justice Laws Canada · March 2026
CARs Part II covers aircraft identification and marking requirements including registration marks, sizing, and placement for Canadian-registered aircraft.
Transport Canada — Aircraft Registration
Transport Canada · March 2026
Official aircraft registration portal. Covers how to register, marking requirements, and the C- prefix system for Canadian aircraft.
RPAS (Drone) Registration — Transport Canada
Transport Canada · March 2026
Drone registration requirements for RPAS between 250g and 25kg. Registration number should be marked on the drone and visible at all times.
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